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The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa. The Group’s activities encompass: Cement – Manufacturing / Importing Sugar – Manufacturing & Refining Salt – Refining Flour & Semolina – Milling Pasta – Manufacturing Noodles – Manufacturing Poly Products – Manufacturing Logistics – Port Management and Haulage Real Estate Dangote Foundation Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past. The Group’s core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the ‘basic needs’ of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people.
Job Type: Full Time 
Location: Adamawa

Job Summary

  • The successful Head of Procurement will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that align with our business objectives.
  • He/She will lead a team of procurement professionals and work closely with various stakeholders to ensure that our procurement processes are efficient, effective, and compliant with regulatory requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop and Implement Procurement Strategies: Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with our business objectives, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
  • Lead and Manage the Procurement: Team: Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities to ensure that the team is equipped to deliver our procurement objectives.
  • Procurement Operations: Oversee the procurement of goods, services, and works, ensuring that all procurement activities are conducted in accordance with our procurement policies and procedures.
  • Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers, ensuring that we receive high-quality goods and services at competitive prices.
  • Contract Management: Negotiate, manage, and administer contracts with suppliers, ensuring that all contracts are compliant with regulatory requirements and our business objectives.
  • Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate procurement-related risks, ensuring that our procurement processes are compliant with regulatory requirements and our business objectives.
  • Budgeting and Cost Management: Develop and manage procurement budgets, ensuring that all procurement activities are conducted within budget and that costs are minimized.
  • Stakeholder Management: Work closely with various stakeholders, including internal customers, suppliers, and external partners, to ensure that our procurement processes meet their needs and expectations.
  • Procurement Systems and Processes: Develop and implement procurement systems and processes that are efficient, effective, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
  • Reporting and Analytics: Provide regular reports and analytics on procurement performance, ensuring that our procurement processes are transparent, accountable, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure implementation of QMS, FSMS, FSSC, OHSAS and any other management system that will be in place in future in your section

Educational Qualification and Work Experience

  • HND/B.Sc. in any of the Engineering disciplines. Must be a member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply of Nigeria or London and Computer Literate. MBA an added advantage,
  • Any relevant professional certification is an added advantage.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in procurement, with at least 8 years in a leadership role. Experience in manufacturing outfit preferable in FMCG.

Competency Requirements:
Knowledge & Skills:

  • Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and regulations.
  • Excellent leadership, management, and communication skills
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple.
  • Proficient in procurement software and systems.

Personal Attributes:

  • Excellent Interpersonal skills
  • Good written and oral abilities
  • Motivational, Creative, innovative
  • Team working ability
  • Strong integrity, ethics, and professionalism.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.

Application Dealine not specified

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Dangote on careers.dangote.com to apply

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